Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional August 23, 2026 I had a literal anxiety attack recently when my husband offered to go to the grocery store on a Sunday afternoon, while I relaxed. After sitting with it for a bit, I found the culprit. My body could not settle...
What every woman needs more of this summer August 16, 2026 My husband and I had tickets to an outdoor concert but at the last minute he couldn’t go. I was sad. I was really looking forward to our date night. It was a beautiful Chicago summer night and as the...
You ARE your nervous system August 9, 2026 You are the central nervous system of your home. I heard this line at a screening of a new documentary called No Country for Mothers. (I’m hosting a free live gathering inspired by film August 26th— [don’t miss it!] It...
Why It’s Important to Embrace Your Judgments July 26, 2026 I Can’t Believe I Did It Again When my adult kids moved back home this past year I told them one thing very clearly: Do NOT ask me what’s for dinner. ( I don’t know about you, but, after 30 years...
The question every mother needs to ask July 19, 2026 My daughter and her friend came home for the 4th of July weekend. After a fun few days together, it was time for them to head back….and that’s when things got complicated. Their flights got cancelled and they...
